Montpelier Today, March/April 2011

The Newsletter Of The Montpelier Community Association

Montpelier Today
March-April 2011

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2011 Board of Trustees
Bob Derrick, President Chair, Executive Committee 301 776-5008 [email protected] Jack Keating, Vice President Member, Executive Committee 301 325-0497 [email protected] Lillian Fazio, Treasurer Chair, Finance Committee 301 776-3267 [email protected] Patricia Douville, Secretary Member, Executive Committee 301 490-7614 [email protected] Paul Buehler, Trustee Chair, Pool Committee 301 776-9886 [email protected] Richard Dengler, Trustee Chair, Security Committee Co-Chair, Facilities Committee 301 725-6930 [email protected] Dave Eisenberg, Trustee Co-Chair, Facilities Committee 301 776-1842 [email protected] Tony Fleming, Trustee Chair, Governing Documents Committee 202 213-6856 [email protected] Tim Jacobs, Trustee Chair, Communications Committee 916 712-1731 [email protected]

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THE NEWSLETTER OF THE MONTPELIER COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION

March-April 2011

Inside this issue:

MONTPELIER TODAY is published by the MONTPELIER COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION, INC. http://www.montpelieronline.org Community Information Line-

President’s Letter December 2010 Board Meeting Minutes December ACCC Meeting Minutes January 2011 Board Meeting Minutes January ACCC Meeting Minutes Treasurer’s Report Security Report Social Report Marlins Corner ACCC Approval Request Form Helping Hands

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888-MCA-INFØ (888-622-4630) MONTPELIER TODAY is published six times per year (Jan/ Feb, Mar/Apr, May/Jun, Jul/Aug, Sep/Oct, and Nov/Dec) by the Montpelier Community Association, Inc. Material for the newsletter must be submitted by the 15th of the month prior to publication. Please forward all association and newsletter correspondence to: P.O. Box 2503 Laurel, MD 20709-2503 or e-mail to: [email protected]

Advertisements are not an endorsement of products or services by the Board of Trustees or the Montpelier Community Association, Inc.
Please Note If you have sold your home or are a new owner, please drop us a note listing the lot number and the name of the new owner. Requests for resale packages should be sent to the above address or call 888-622-4630 x102. If you are renting your home and have a mailing address other than Montpelier, please let us know. We want all members to receive their MCA correspondence and MONTPELIER TODAY in a timely manner. March-April 2011

Committees
Architectural Control & Compliance— Michael Boddie, Chair 301 317-5535 [email protected] Benevolent Fund — Vacant Elections & Swim Team — Lynne Collman, Chair 301 776-3098 [email protected] Social — Carla Bowen, Chair [email protected] 888 622-4630 x104 Assistant to the Board Mary Hughes—888-622-4630 x103 [email protected] Resale Packages—888 MCA INFO x102

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FROM THE PRESIDENT
Hello neighbors, As we say good bye to cold weather, I want to encourage those that have not collected their Fall leaves to bag them, compost them in the back yard or hire a young entrepreneur to help with your Spring clean up. Since the County no longer vacuums the leaves for us, we must remove them. Piled leaves lead to slippery, dangerous road conditions for cars, bikers and pedestrians. In addition, your leaves may end up in your neighbors’ yard or clogging the storm drains. The Board is welcoming Spring by giving the tennis courts some long overdue TLC. We have contracted to have the court surface refurbished and once we clean up the fence we will hang new tennis screens. We are also considering some new landscaping to address the snow damaged bushes and the original hedges that look overgrown and neglected. The path by the tennis courts needs to be replaced and we have a nice new section of the enlarged playground that can accommodate a new piece of equipment. We have our work cut out for us. One of the first social events of the 2011 season is the annual MCA Easter Egg Hunt. The Social Committee has scheduled it for Sunday, April 17th at 3:00 PM on the Montpelier Pool grounds. You may check for complete details of the event advertised elsewhere in this newsletter. Last year the children found over 800 eggs and participated in several craft projects. If anyone is interested in volunteering with this or any of our many socials held throughout the year, please contact Carla Bowen at 1-888-622-4630 (Ext 104). Volunteering is a great way to meet people in your neighborhood, serve your community, and enjoy yourself all at the same time. Students looking for those required “volunteer hours” for school are always an asset. The Social Committee understands that it may not be possible to attend every event they schedule, so if you can only help out occasionally, that would be greatly appreciated. See you at the pool on Memorial Day!! Bob Derrick

Correction to January-February Montpelier Today The minutes of the November 4, 2010 ACCC Meeting printed in the January newsletter incorrectly listed 8721 Oxwell Lane as “requesting assistance with a neighbor.” The correct address is 8719 Oxwell Lane.

BOARD MEETINGS BEGIN AT 7:00 PM
MCA BOARD MEETINGS ARE OPEN TO ALL MONTPELIER HOMEOWNERS
Mark your calendar for Tuesday, March 8 and Tuesday, April 12 for the monthly board meetings at Deerfield Community Center, preschool room. All meetings begin at 7 PM. MCA Board meetings are held the second Tuesday of every month. Montpelier homeowners are encouraged to attend. MONTPELIER TODAY 4 March-April 2011

FROM YOUR NEIGHBORS
News from the Nostro "boys" - In December Paul be- as a helicopter pilot to the Persian Gulf aboard the USS came engaged to Chelsey Flaherty of Pittsburgh. A No- Halsey. vember wedding is planned. Mark, a Captain in the Wayne & Mimi Nostro USMC, is stationed at Quantico, VA, instructing at The Shadetree Lane Basic School. David, a LTJG in the US Navy, is deployed

Vultures on Eastbourne Lane
As you may know, there is a serious problem with vultures on Eastbourne Lane and surrounding streets. These birds moved into that area over a year ago and have become a serious nuisance to homeowners through their aggressive behavior and the accumulation of their reekBlack vulture Turkey vulture ing and corrosive feces and regurgitations. The Montpelier Community Association Board of Trustees and the Architectural Control and Compliance Committee (ACCC) have taken action to ensure that any homeowner activity that might encourage the birds to stay in the area has ceased. At the last regular monthly meeting of the ACCC on Thursday, February 3, assurances were given that nobody was actively feeding the vultures or leaving their garbage out in plastic bags or trash receptacles that can be broken into by the birds in their search for food. If anybody has any knowledge that this is not the case, they should contact a member of the Board or the ACCC as soon as possible with photographic evidence so that legal action can be taken. Despite these actions to halt all activities that might encourage these birds to stay in the area, there is little indication that they are moving away. Indeed, this type of invasion of a residential neighborhood by both turkey vultures and black vultures is becoming increasingly common as their population increases. The Wildlife Services (WS) of the U. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has been investigating this problem for many years. According to their on-line Factsheet on Vulture Damage Management (November 2010), “Vultures are migratory birds protected by the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, State laws, and regulations. … The birds, their nests, and eggs cannot be killed or destroyed without a Migratory Bird Depredation Permit.” The Factsheet also indicates that, “WS provides advice and direct management to help people resolve vulture conflicts. Vulture management is complicated and site-specific, so consultation with wildlife professionals is vital to successfully resolving damage situations.” Thus, while several active techniques have been suggested to persuade the vultures to leave, it is best if professional advice be sought on the most effective legal action that can be taken by homeowners. Wildlife Services is headquartered in Washington, DC, with Operational Support Staff in Riverdale, MD. Homeowners concerned about the vultures are encouraged to contact Wildlife Services at the addresses and phone numbers listed below. Brian Dennis 301 543-1983

Wildlife Services 1400 Independence Avenue, SW Room 1624 South Agriculture Building Washington, DC 20250-3402 (202)720-2054 FAX (202)690-0053

Wildlife Services Operational Support Staff 4700 River Road Unit 87, Room 2D-07.3 Riverdale, MD 20737-1234 (301)734-7921 FAX (301)734-5157

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Montpelier Community Association, Inc.
Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes
December 14, 2010 Trustees in Attendance: Richard Dengler, Bob Derrick, Patricia Douville, Lillian Fazio, Tony Fleming and Jack Keating. President B. Derrick called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. There was a quorum to conduct business. Arriving after quorum called: Tim Jacobs and Paul Buehler (7:04 pm) Trustees Absent with Cause: Dave Eisenberg Community Members Present: Lynne Collman, Mary Derrick and M. Hughes. Secretary’s Report: Tricia Douville The minutes of the November 2010 board meeting were reviewed. Trustee Fleming made a motion to accept the minutes. Trustee Dengler seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. Treasurer’s Report: Lillian Fazio Copies of the financials were distributed to all. • Two CD’s were redeemed ($13,000 and $100,000) and deposited in the ING reserve account. Additional remaining in the checking was also deposited in reserve. $153,859 • Capital One was charging fees for savings accounts, so the treasurer transferred the money to a new ING account. • Trustee Fazio proposed transferring $40,000, out of the $71,000 in savings, to the reserve. She felt this would leave enough money for end of the year and January 2011 bills and other start-up needs. Trustee Douville made a motion to transfer $40,000 into the Reserve. The amount can be increased if the money is not needed. Trustee Buehler felt it was premature to move the money into reserve until the budget was discussed. Trustee Fleming seconded the motion and it passed, with Trustee Buehler voting “nay.” • Trustee Keating questioned the fees paid to the CPA and whether it was authorized. The CPA trained Trustee Fazio and M. Derrick on Quickbooks and accounting methods. Trustee Fazio recommended upgrading to Quickbooks 2011 (from 2008) at a cost of $180. Trustee Jacobs made a motion to approve purchasing the new Quickbooks 2011 software and additional training, not to exceed $500. Trustee Keating seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. • Trustee Fazio explained the new contingency fund/ capital expenditures, and placing pool furniture as a fixed asset out of capital expenditures. Trustee Keating asked why our other assets (buildings, etc.) aren’t also being depreciated. The CPA will be asked to explain this further. An inventory also needs to be MONTPELIER TODAY 6
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completed and a budget for capital expenditures. The budget for operating funds for 2011 was discussed and revised. Trustee Douville made a motion to accept the revised budget (rolling athletic fields into one maintenance expenditure). Trustee Fleming seconded the motion. A question arose that the amount to be put in reserve should only be $18,418 rather than $22,000. Trustee Douville revised her motion to accept the revised budget, putting the required 10% ($18,418) into Reserve and the $3,782 excess into the contingency fund (total $8,782). Trustee Fleming seconded the revised motion and it passed unanimously.

COMMITTEE REPORTS ACCC: Michael Boddie, Chairperson • Trustee Keating reported on the meeting activities. Several letters went out regarding trailers and boats left in driveways, but most are in storage, and several maintenance complaints. There is also a new complaint regarding failure to seek prior approval. • Ms. Collman asked about the house on Silverbirch which recently put in solar panels. Trustee Keating explained that these energy saving alterations cannot be prohibited. She expressed concerns about the changes that are being allowed and a lack of consistency. Communications Committee: Tim Jacobs, Chairperson • Trustee Jacobs reported that everything is up to date. • He proposed that advertising be sold on the internet. Trustee Fleming suggested that the ads would need to be changed to make them look professional on the site. He also offered to update the content and try to make it more interesting and lively. Trustee Fleming offered to be the webmaster and make these updates. Trustee Derrick encouraged the changes and suggested an additional notification system from the county police. Facilities Committee: Richard Dengler, Chairperson • Trustee Dengler has an updated contract from Brickman and will contact the three other companies. • A bench needs to be fixed and a new swing is on order. • Quotes for painting the fence came in at $4,700, $6,800 and $7600. A new fence (vinyl coated, small grid) would cost $14,200 Pool Committee: Paul Buehler, Chairperson
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ACCC REPORT
ACCC Meeting December 2, 2010
Committee Members Present: Michael Boddie, Toni Byrd, Brian Dennis, Thomas Jaehnigen, Jack Keating, Ron Lenart, Pauline Pettitt, Tim Shrewsbury and Diana Sowle. Committee Members Absent: None. Community Members Present: M. Hughes The meeting was called to order at 7:04 PM. J. Keating made a motion to accept the amended November 2010 minutes. B. Dennis seconded and the motion passed unanimously

Old Business: 12203 Brittany Lane – Letter needed regarding hole on the side of the house. 12400 Cedarbrook Lane – The house and yard continue to improve. 12411 Cedarbrook – Letter needed requesting payment from board member of $50 fine (proceeding with shed replacement without prior approval). 9003 Eastbourne – The board provided a picture of vultures picking through food or garbage. B. Dennis made a motion to impose a $100 a month fine if the matter is not resolved within thirty days. R. Lenart seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. 8819 Gramercy Lane –A letter will be drafted and finalized online explaining the violations to the estate executors: cardboard in windows, trailer in driveway, debris in back yard, the extension and the un-

acceptable surface (gravel) of the driveway. 9001 Montpelier Drive – Cease and Desist will be sent regarding the unkempt yard. 9302 Montpelier Drive – A shed which is larger than 120 square feet allowed in the covenants and a concrete pad were erected without prior approval. R. Lenart made a motion to impose a $500 fine for proceeding without prior approval. J. Keating seconded the motion and the motion passed with T. Shrewsbury voting “nay.” T. Jaehnigen made a motion, R. Lenart seconded, that the shed must be removed within thirty days or further sanctions may be imposed. Approval must be requested before a new shed within the covenants can be erected. The motion passed unanimously. 9314 Montpelier Drive – The refrigerator has been removed, but the fence and mold on the siding need attention. Hold until January. 8907 Royal Ridge Lane – All vehicles are registered and the committee found no parking violations. P. Pettitt suggested that committee members contact the neighbor to discuss the covenants. New Business: 8717 Graystone Lane – Letter needed requesting removal of RV in ten days. 12200 Cedarbrook Lane – Letter needed requesting split rail fence be repaired or removed. 9207 Twin Hill Lane – Letter needed requesting utility trailer be removed within ten days or be fined $250
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Pool has been closed and winterized, but Trustee Buehler isn’t sure if the water has been turned off at the grass or street. The pool committee met and discussed guest passes: a) paying the assessment on time will earn 1 free pass good for five entries; b) an “out of state” guest pass – a $25 pass which would allow one week of pool use for all house guests, with a possible limit on use; and, c) a recommendation that a Montpelier member be allowed to sponsor a non-Montpelier swim team child. The sponsored child would only be able to use the pool for swim team events, practices and meets. They would pay for the swim team membership and an additional fee, such as $50, to the MCA. Ms. Collman, Swim Team Chairperson, discussed the declining membership and problems recruiting new members. Trustee Buehler made a motion to continue the $25, 5 punch pass, for all members who pay the assessment on time. Trustee Jacobs seconded the motion and it passed unani7

mously. Trustee Jacobs made a motion to allow a member of the community to sponsor a nonMember child for swim team membership, and limited to swim team activities, meets and practices, for the cost of registration and a $50 fee to the association. Trustee Buehler seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. OLD BUSINESS: Trustee Fleming asked for the quotes on leaf vacuuming from Brickman. The cost was estimated at $850 per day and it would probably take three or four days to do the entire neighborhood. As the majority of neighbors have already dealt with their leaves this year, this should be considered for the future and publicized before anyone invests their own time and money to the task. The next board meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 11, 2011 at 7:00 PM at Deerfield Recreation Center, preschool room. The motion was made and seconded to adjourn at 9:00 pm. The motion passed unanimously. March-April 2011

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Montpelier Community Association, Inc.
Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes
January 11, 2011 Trustees in Attendance: Bob Derrick, Patricia Douville, Dave Eisenberg, Lillian Fazio, Tony Fleming, Tim Jacobs and Jack Keating. Trustees Absent with Cause: Paul Buehler and Richard Dengler Community Members Present: Mary Derrick and Mrs. Cecille Morse, Roger Everhart President B. Derrick called the meeting to order at 7:02 PM. There was a quorum to conduct business. Secretary’s Report: Tricia Douville The minutes of the December 2010 board meeting were reviewed and amended. Trustee Jacobs made a motion to accept the amended minutes. Trustee Fazio seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. Treasurer’s Report: Lillian Fazio • The treasurer provided a report to the board members. A new CD was not opened because the rates are not much higher than what we are receiving. • QuickBooks 2011 was purchased for $190.79. • W2’s are ready for the accountant and he will charge $175 to prepare. • As one winner of the Holiday Lights Contest did not pay the 2010 assessment, the $25 award will be put to the outstanding bill to the association. A letter and statement will be sent to the member. • Two years still need to audited or reviewed. The accountant charges– Formal Audit $5,000-$6,000; Review Audit $2,000 -$3,000; Compilation Audit $1,000 -$2,000 (review the books). Either way the accountant cannot start this work until May. Trustee Jacobs made a motion to do a Compilation Audit of 2009 and 2010. The motion was seconded by Trustee Fleming and passed unanimously. Trustee Derrick suggested that the Governing Documents Committee review the audit requirement in the bylaws. Some members felt that a full audit should be done every three years or when Treasurers change. ACCC: Michael Boddie, Chairperson • Trustee Keating reported on the meeting activi(ACCC Mtg Continued from page 7)

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ties. The ACCC received a response from the owner charged with feeding the vultures. M. Boddie received many phone calls and messages also. One committee member spoke with the owner who insists that she is not feeding the vultures and does not know how to get rid of them. A community member and neighbor reported that the vultures were fed a turkey in December and he will get proof of this for further action. All trailers and boats have been put into storage. A list of the section assignments will be given to the board. Trustee Derrick asked who had access to the ACCC groupsite.

Communications Committee: Tim Jacobs, Chairperson • The committee met and approved the protocols (written in 2007). Members are T. Jacobs, P. Katz, M. Hughes, T. Fleming, C. Rucker and J. Hanagan. Trustee Jacobs was elected Chairperson and Trustee Fleming will be the web administrator/ manager. Trustee Keating made a motion to approve the members and protocols. Trustee Eisenberg seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. • Trustee Jacobs will get the treasurer the bill for web services. They should be given her email address so that they contact her in the future. • Trustee Fleming has updated and created a new look for the website. He needs full access and password to finish the updated web design. The Communications Committee needs to approve the new look. • Trustee Jacobs is changing his personal email companies. He is getting messages even when they appear rejected. • An informal facebook page for the community has been started by Susan Thompson. (facebook.com/ montpeliermd). This is a social network, not monitored, and not part of the community association. Facilities Committee: Richard Dengler and David Eisenberg, Co-Chairpersons • Trustee Eisenberg reported that he and Trustee
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Dengler fixed the swing set and signs around pool. There is yellow tape which has blown into the fencing which needs to be removed; wood needs to be replaced/fixed on playground and tennis court benches. Trustee Dengler is assembling the three quotes needed for replacing the tennis court fence.

Pool Committee: Paul Buehler, Chairperson Trustee Derrick reported that Trustee Buehler sent all board members an email with three pool management contract bids attached: Lighthouse ($52,000 or $55,000 for 4 guards for peak-most of June and July; $59,000 for 4 guards always); Continental ($54,950); Winkler ($53,300). All companies bid on 247 hours: Wednesday -Saturday to 9 PM close; Sunday-Tuesday 8:00 PM close; the same opening and closing dates; and purchasing all cleaning supplies. Trustee Keating asked if everyone had reviewed the bids, because he felt that Winkler offered a better contract. He felt that we have the same problems every year with Lighthouse and that they do not address the problems because we have remained with them for so many years. He would also like to have references. Trustee Fleming made a motion that the Executive Committee meet to discuss the pool bids and sign a contract on the board’s behalf. The meeting will be announced so that any board member may attend. Trustee Keating seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. Social Committee: Carla Bowen, Chairperson No report Security Committee: Richard Dengler, Chairperson No report Tennis Committee: Lillian Fazio, Chairperson No report

OLD BUSINESS: • Need to get a bill from Marcia for the 1 888 MCAINFØ number the Association now is using. • Tennis court fountain and parking lot flood light lens are in. They will be installed when the weather improves. • Trustee Keating will follow up with the community center management to determine an appropriate donation from MCA to the community center (suggestion made by a community member and previously approved by the Board). He did not receive a response to his earlier inquiry. NEW BUSINESS Trustee Fazio reported that Ms. Hynes, a member of the Facilities Committee, would like the pool hill cleared of weeds and dead branches to make room for Japanese maples and other plants. The Facilities Committee should meet to discuss specific plans so all know what’s happening. Will the ivy be removed or left in place? The scope of work needs to be defined first because there are many opinions on what should be done. A member suggested that the hill in the playground needs to be cleared also. Once the scope is approved by the Board the Committee can then get 3 bids. Trustee Eisenberg reported that a tree from the pool area fell and broke a portion of the fence of a member on Silverbirch Lane. Trustee Eisenberg will talk to the neighbor and discuss plans for fixing the fence and removing the tree. Trustee Derrick suggested the Facility Committee use volunteers for the cleanup of the fallen tree if at all possible rather than contracting with a business. The next board meeting will be held on Tuesday, February 8, 2011 at 7:00 PM at Deerfield Recreation Center, preschool room. The motion was made and seconded to adjourn at 8:14 pm. The motion passed unanimously.

Have you sent in your 2011 ASSESSMENT AND AFFIDAVIT and pool user form?
All homeowners should have received the 2011 Assessment and Affidavit and Pool User Form in the mail. If you did not receive it, please call 888 MCA INFO x 103 and leave your name and mailing address so that a copy can be delivered to you. You can also email Mary Hughes at [email protected] and a copy will be emailed to you or you can download a copy at www.montpelieronline.org. The assessment for 2011 is $265 and is due March 1, 2011. All members paying the assessment prior to April 1 will receive a Bonus Guest Pass. This non-transferrable pass is kept on file at the pool and expires after the 2011 pool season. Want to see if we’ve received your check? Go to www.montpelieronline.org — paid assessments are listed by lot number. MONTPELIER TODAY 9 March-April 2011

ACCC REPORT
Deerfield Community Center January 6, 2011 Committee Members Present: Michael Boddie, Brian Dennis, Jack Keating, Ron Lenart, Tim Shrewsbury and Diana Sowle. Committee Members Absent: Toni Byrd, Thomas Jaehnigen, and Pauline Pettitt. Community Members Present: M. Hughes The meeting was called to order at 7:03 PM. J. Keating made a motion to accept the amended December 2010 minutes. T. Shrewsbury seconded and the motion passed unanimously Old Business: 12203 Brittany Lane – As there has been no response to the letter sent regarding hole on the side of the house, B. Dennis and D. Sowle will try to speak to the owner. 12400 Cedarbrook Lane – The house and yard continue to improve so the matter is closed. 9003 Eastbourne – M. Boddie received many messages and phone calls and a written response regarding the fine for providing food for vultures. B. Dennis reported that the owner says she is not providing food for them and they are damaging her property and she would like to be rid of them also. As there is no additional proof to the contrary, C. Dennis will contact the owner to discuss further action. 8819 Gramercy Lane –Hold until February for a response to letter to the estate executors explaining the violations: cardboard in windows, trailer in driveway, debris in back yard, the extension and the unacceptable surface (gravel) of the driveway. 9001 Montpelier Drive – The yard has been tended. Thank you. 9302 Montpelier Drive – Hold until February for a response to the fine ($500) for proceeding without prior approval and removal of the oversized shed. 9314 Montpelier Drive – J. Keating made a motion to send a Cease and Desist regarding the fence which is falling down in sections and the mold on the house siding. R. Lenart seconded the motion and it passed unanimously 8717 Graystone Lane – T. Shrewsbury reported that the RV was removed. Thank you. 12200 Cedarbrook Lane – Hold until February for response to letter that split rail fence be repaired or removed. 9207 Twin Hill Lane – R. Lenart will monitor to see if the trailer was removed. 8911 Royal Ridge Lane – Letter needed requesting branches be removed from yard. 8723 Oxwell Lane – Boat is gone. Thank you. 8805 Montpelier Drive – The driveway material is brick which is acceptable and does not appear to be wider than the allowed 25 feet. New Business: 8721 Oxwell Lane – Letter needed for proof of registration of three covered vehicles in driveway. 9210 Twin Hill Lane – Letter needed asking for proof of registration of covered vehicle in driveway. The next meeting of the ACCC will be Thursday, February 3, 2011 at 7:00 PM at Deerfield Community Center. The meeting adjourned at 7:48 pm.

Contact Information for the 2011 Committee Chairs
ACC Committee Michael Boddie [email protected] 301 725-7586 Communications Committee Tim Jacobs [email protected] 240 841-2787 Facilities Committee Richard Dengler [email protected] 301 725-6930 and David Eisenberg [email protected] 301 776-1842 Pool Committee Paul Buehler [email protected] 301 776-9886 Security Committee Richard Dengler [email protected] 301 725-6930 Governing Documents Committee Tony Fleming [email protected] 202 213-6856 Social Committee Carla Bowen [email protected] 888 622-4630 x104 Swim Team Committee Lynne Collman [email protected] 301-776-3098 Elections Committee Lynne Collman [email protected] 301-776-3098 Nominating Committee Patricia Douville, Secretary [email protected] 301 490-7614

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TREASURER’S REPORT

Security Committee — Neighborhood Watch Program
At our Annual Meeting members of the community and the Board of Trustees discussed the possibility of forming a Neighborhood Watch Program in Montpelier. The goals of this program would be to reduce crime by transitioning our present Gate Keeper team into a more formal program as endorsed by our police department. the program, so the number of volunteer participants is critical to our success.

If you were unable to attend the February 23rd meeting at the Towne Center Police Substation, but have an interest in this program, please let me know. Other communities have substantially reduced their crime The Neighborhood Watch Program involves no patrol- rate by adopting the Community Watch program. ling, just an increased level of vigilance, but with a more defined reporting procedure. We would need to train Richard Dengler, Security Chairperson block captains and additional participants to fully staff [email protected] MONTPELIER TODAY 11 March-April 2011

From your Security Committee
PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY POLICE SAFETY TIPS Safety at Home: • Keep doors and windows locked, regardless of whether they are upper or lower level windows/ entrances and garage doors (keep them closed with interior door locked) • Install and use a peephole in your door(s) • Do not answer knocks at the door without first checking to see who it is. Utilize peepholes or windows to know who's there (even if you are expecting someone) • Instruct children and other family members not to answer/open the door automatically • Require identification from all strangers (includes delivery/repair persons and police officers). If you're not sure of a person's ID, call the company/agency the person says they're from • Never leave notes/messages on your door, since they advertise that you're away and when you plan to return • Don't ever tell anyone that you or a neighbor are home alone • Use only initials and last names on mailboxes and phone listings (so as not to identify yourself as a female or a female living alone) • Use blinds and drapes for privacy • Trim bushes and shrubbery to remove any hiding places for an attacker • Install good interior and exterior lighting for protection. For additional security, use timers to make your home appear occupied when you're away • Always be aware of your surroundings • You and your neighbors keep close watch for unusual cars or people in your communities and report suspicious activity to police • When jogging/taking walks or participating in other such outdoor activities alone, let someone know your intended path of travel and estimated time of return. Better yet, don't jog/walk alone... go in pairs or a group
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Always have car/house keys in hand before exiting secured areas Keep hands free of excessive packages/bulky items Never enter your home if you see that a door or window have been forced. Go to a neighbor's and call police Never place a key over your doorway or under a flowerpot, etc. If you want, you can leave a spare key with a neighbor that is well known to you In dating situations, such as blind dates or when attending late night events, it is recommended that you double date with another couple or take a friend with you When returning home during hours of darkness, if possible, use a cellular telephone to alert someone inside your residence to observe your arrival WHEN YOU ARE NOT GOING TO BE HOME DURING THOSE HOURS OF NIGHT, LEAVE A LIGHT(S) ON INSIDE YOUR HOUSE AS WELL AS ON THE EXTERIOR OF YOUR HOUSE.

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Telephone Safety: If you receive obscene or annoying phone calls, hang up immediately. If calls persist, report them to the police and the telephone company • If the call is a "wrong number," don't reveal your name or number, ask what number they dialed... but don't tell them your number • Never divulge any information over the phone • Instruct children that they should never tell anyone on the phone that you're not home, they should say, "She can't come to the phone right now, can I have her return your call?"
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Check the interior of your car before entering, even when doors are locked Keep car doors locked at all times, both when driving or parked Park in highly visible areas that are well lit Always be watchful of activity, people, cars near you Keep your car gassed and in good running order If your car does become disabled, tie a piece of cloth to the door handle of your car and raise the hood, then sit in your locked car until help arrives. If someone stops, don't get out of the car, roll your window down only slightly, and ask him or her to call a friend, relative, or police for assistance. Do not accept rides from strangers Avoid walking alone, especially late at night or in isolated or unfamiliar areas Don't stop for a stranded motorist, instead go to the nearest phone and call police to assist them Don't pick up hitchhikers Don't leave house keys attached to your car keys when having your car serviced or at a parking garage/lot

Other Safety Measures: Avoid walking alone. Walk with someone or walk in areas where other people are nearby • Don't dangle a purse by your side in a way that a thief can run past and grab it. When carrying a purse, keep it close to your body, preferably front of you • Avoid carrying large sums of money and unnecessary credit cards • Never leave your purse unattended in shopping carts, etc. • Don't have your ID/address atAutomobile Safety: tached to your car or house keys • Always remove valuable items in • Stay in well lighted areas, away your vehicle (GPS, LAPTOPS, CAMfrom shrubs, doorways, and other ERAS, PURSES, ETC) places of concealment • Always have a charged cell phone • Avoid shortcuts such as alleys with you incase of an emergency • Be alert and aware. If someone (CALL 911) bothers you, don't be embarrassed • Always have your keys in your to attract attention... scream, yell hand when going to your car. or whistle Never walk to your car digging in your purse for your keys
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The MCA Social Committee Proudly Presents Our Annual

Easter Egg Hunt
April 17 (Sunday) 3:00 PM on the Montpelier Pool Grounds
CHILDREN 12 BRING
AND UNDER ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT A BASKET AND JOIN THE

EASTER BUNNY

FOR A

FUN TIME

PLEASE RSVP

WITH THE NUMBER OF CHILDREN ATTENDING AND THEIR

APRIL 13TH PHONE 1-888-622-4630 (EXT 104) E-MAIL [email protected]
AGES BY

OR

In case of inclement weather, please check the MCA Hot Line (1-888-622-4630) for cancellation. Raindate: April 23rd at 3:00 PM (Saturday)

Remember the Fourth of July Parade and Picnic... Easter Egg Hunt... Yard Sale... Memorial Day Picnic... Holiday Decorations Contest... The Labor Day Picnic?

Social Committee Chairperson, Carla Bowen, hopes you will join the FUN Committee. Volunteers are wanted! Volunteer with a friend or volunteer your friend! If you are interested or just want some additional information, please contact Carla at [email protected] or leave her a message at 888 622-4630 x104.

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Warm weather is here and the robins are returning — just another reminder that summer is just around the corner and the Marlin’s swim season is almost here!!!!!! Look out for the May/June issue which will contain Registration dates/forms, Practice and Meet schedules. The upcoming season will also bring new and wonderful changes to the team. Change is good but don’t worry, the Montpelier Marlins will continue to maintain the good old community camaraderie and enthusiasm we have had for many years! Any questions or need more information, please contact Lynne Collman at [email protected] or (301) 776-3098!!!! See you at the pool!!! Sincerely, Lynne Collman

Montpelier’s new Website Administrator, Tony Fleming, created a great new look for our website. It’s fresh and interesting and relevant! Stay tuned for more … an interactive calendar ... more photos… maybe a swim team page. Have an idea? Send it to [email protected].

How to Join the Montpelier Email Group
To join the Montpelier Email Group, follow these steps exactly. 1. Have a computer that can get to Internet. 2. Enter this URL: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ Montpelier 3. Click the Button at the middle right of the screen. 4. You will now have different steps depending whether or not you already have a YAHOO account: If you do have a YAHOO account, skip to STEP 7. If you do not have a YAHOO account click on the button to create a new account. Fill in all the information. 5. Enter the Code numbers exactly as they appear on the screen and follow the directions. 6. You MUST VERIFY your Email account. 7. Once the account is verified and saved you can now complete the FORM on the GROUP. Go to URL: http:// groups.yahoo.com/group/Montpelier 8. Enter your House Address or LOT number and enter your REAL name. 9. Once that is submitted you may have to wait a few days to get your request. If you need it quickly or need help, please call Tim Jacobs, Communications Chairperson, at 240-841-2787.

MONTPELIER INFORMATION LINE

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Press Ø (zero) for Community Announcements Press 1Ø1 for the ACCC Press 1Ø2 for Resale Packages Press 1Ø3 for the Administrative Assistant Press 1Ø4 for Social Events & RSVPs
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Remember you can call the Information Line (1-888-622-4630) or check the website (www.montpelieronline.org) or (during the pool season) call the pool (301-3170106) for updates on activities that may not be included in the Montpelier Today newsletter.

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Montpelier Mansion History Lecture – The War of 1812 in Prince George’s County
Spring History Lecture Series Join us the third Wednesdays in March, April and May at 7:30 pm for free history lectures. The talks are enlightening, the atmosphere is relaxed, and the refreshments, delicious! Cost: Free Wednesday, March 16, 7:30pm at Montpelier Arts Center The War of 1812 in Prince George’s County Ralph Eshelman, author of the recently published book, The War of 1812 in the Chesapeake: A Reference Guide to Historic Sites in Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia, will speak on Maryland during that war, with special emphasis on Prince George’s County. Wednesday, April 20, 7:30 pm Maryland and the Civil War Civil War historian Charles Mitchell will speak about Maryland on the edge of war, including the political and socio-economic dynamics in the state as war approached. He will also cover wartime topics such as secession and slavery. Mr. Mitchell's book, Maryland Voices of the Civil War, will be available for purchase. (301) 377-7817, TTY: (301) 699-2544, www.pgparks.com

Montpelier Mansion
Saturday, April 30, 10am to 4pm
Join us for the 15th year of this family oriented festival. Montpelier Mansion and Montpelier Arts Center join forces to bring you a day that will delight your senses. Hear live music. Indulge in tea and scones in Montpelier’s elegant South Wing. Take a tour of the mansion, or visit the Art Center’s galleries and studios. With over 30 vendors on the grounds, it’s a great opportunity to find the perfect Mothers’ Day gift. Kids can play old-fashioned games, dress up in colonial costume, see a live animal exhibit, and more. Free

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Member No: Name: Address: Telephone:

MONTPELIER COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION Architectural Control Committee Approval Form Date: For Architectural Committee Use Only
(Home) (Office)

House Type: Framingham Jamestown Gramercy Type of Alteration: Addition/modification of basic structure Fence Siding/Paint Deck

Eton
Shed

Project No: Date Received: Letter Sent:

Other (Including PODS, Dumpsters)

Describe the alteration in detail. Information about dimension, materials and design must be included with this form or the project will not be considered by the ACC. Include any statement of special circumstances that may require deviation from established and published guidelines. Any changes to the exterior of your home, including paint color, siding and windows, will require the approval of the neighbors on each side and in back of your home. Siding must blend harmoniously with the neighborhood. The neighbors residing across the street must also be contacted if the project, when completed, can be seen from their property. Major landscaping projects such as retaining walls, etc. must also be approved. Plans for major alterations must be submitted to the ACCC two weeks before the meeting. Applications for approval of PODS, dumpsters, or similar structures should check the “Other” box and must include the maximum time that the structure will be on the lot.

Attach the following:

Note (1) Copy of plat of your property showing location on your property of the requested alteration. Note (2) Detailed scale drawing or copy of blue prints of proposed alteration.
I understand that these items are needed for the committee to make an informed decision about the requested alteration. When completed we agree to allow the ACCC to inspect this project.

Signature of requester

Neighbor comments:
Name Name Name Name (Print) (Print) (Print) (Print) Address Address Address Address Concur/Non-concur Concur/Non-concur Concur/Non-concur Concur/Non-concur Signature Signature Signature Signature

The homeowner requesting approval of a project (requester) will contact the neighbor(s) residing on each side of his home to obtain their concurrence or comments. In the event the requester resides on a corner lot, the neighbor residing adjacent to his rear property line must be contacted. The neighbors residing across the street must also be contacted if the project, when completed, can be seen from their property. Space for their name(s), address, concurrence or comments is provided above. If the required neighbor approvals are not obtained by the requester the ACC will contact the neighbors to get their comments which will delay processing of the request. Neighbor comments will be considered by the ACC in making a decision. Those neighbors that non-concur in a project will be notified in writing of the action taken by the ACC and advised of their right to appeal. If a project requiring ACC approval is started without such approval it shall be considered in violation of the covenants of the Association. Mail completed forms to MCA ACC Committee, P.O. Box 2503, Laurel, MD 20709.
Note (1) Prince George's County law requires a building permit for all structural changes or additions to your home.
Revised 1207

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ACCC Meeting Dates: Thursday, March 3 and Thursday, April 7.
Meetings are at Deerfield Recreation Center at 7 PM.

MONTPELIER HOMEOWNERS: ACCC COVENANT ENFORCEMENT
Installing a satellite dish to your home? Replacing your fence or driveway?

STOP and SUBMIT
an ACCC Approval Request Form first.
Covenants are enforced and fines are levied and collected. If you are planning any work to the exterior of your home, first fill out the ACCC Approval Request Form located in every Montpelier Today newsletter and on-line at www.montpelieronline.org. Submit to: MCA ATTN: Architectural Control & Compliance Committee (ACCC) P.O. Box 2503 Laurel, MD 20709 Meetings are the first Thursday of every month at 7 PM at Deerfield Community Center.

BOAT, CAMPER, RV, TRAILER ENFORCEMENT
Boats, campers, RVs, and camping trailers must be in storage from November 1 through April 30.

UNLICENSED CARS
Article IV, section 5 of the covenants states no vehicle can be stored on any lot except inside the garage. All cars, covered or uncovered, must have a valid license tag and sticker. Residents may be required to provide proof of licensing if the license tag is not clearly visible on the vehicle. In addition to the covenant above, Prince George’s County Code states “it is unlawful to have more than one motor vehicle ... dismantled, inoperable or unlicensed on your premises. The one vehicle that is allowed must be inside a closed garage.”

ALL EXTERIOR CONSTRUCTION, ADDITIONS, ALTERATIONS, SHEDS, FENCES, REQUIRE PRIOR APPROVAL
No new construction, addition, or alteration of a Montpelier home shall be made without prior approval (see approval form on preceding page) from the Architectural Control & Compliance Committee. This includes satellite dish installation. All exterior colors and materials shall blend harmoniously with the neighboring dwellings. Proceeding without prior approval shall constitute a covenant violation subject to enforcement, including fines.

USE OF PODS, DUMPSTERS, ETC.
The ACCC requests notification before placing a POD, dumpster, or similar structure on any lot. Please include the maximum time that the structure will be on the lot. Use an Approval Form for notification.

RENTING YOUR HOME
NO MONTPELIER HOME CAN BE USED FOR ANY PURPOSE OTHER THAN A PRIVATE DWELLING FOR ONE FAMILY. RENTAL MANAGEMENT COMPANY.

NOTIFY YOUR

A printable copy of the MCA Governing Documents and the ACCC Approval Form can be found online: www.montpelieronline.org

Removing Trees or Broken Limbs Along Our Montpelier Streets
The trees bordering the streets in Montpelier (such as the flowering pear trees) should be maintained by the County’s Department of Public Works & Transportation. To report a downed tree or tree limb to these trees, please call 301-499-8520, Monday thru Friday, 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM. except Holidays. For after hours emergencies, please call 301-499-8600. Trees on private property are the responsibility of the homeowner. MONTPELIER TODAY 17 March-April 2011

Several Montpelier residents have been told that our Montpelier Post Office could be closed when the lease on their space runs out in late April. As we all have heard, the Postal Service has enormous budget problems and limited avenues for reducing their debt. According to articles printed in the Wall Street Journal and The Washington Post, the Postal Service plans to begin closing as many as 2,000 post offices this March and will review another 16,000 that are operating at a deficit. Current laws only allow the Postal Service to close offices for lease expirations and maintenance problems — not for profitability. The Postal Service is lobbying Congress to allow it to close unprofitable post offices. Unfortunately, our Montpelier Post Office has both maintenance problems and an expiring lease so it is a likely candidate for closure — although postal staff said that a final decision had not yet been made. If you would like to express your concern about this issue, contact information for our elected representatives is listed below: Congressman Steny Hoyer 202-225-4131 Senator Barbara Mikulski 202-224-4654 Senator Benjamin Cardin 202-224-4524 County Councilwoman Mary Lehman 301-952-3887 In addition, email address links are available on our website: www.montpelieronline.org. The website will also post any current developments on this issue.

For reservations, please call 301-617-9906 and press 2. For further information visit the web site at www.laurelmillplayhouse.org or contact Maureen Rogers at [email protected] or 301-452-2557.

April 15, 2011 through May 8, 2011 Dancing at Lughnasa by Brian Friel Directed by Ben Fisler This extraordinary play is the story of five unmarried March 11, 2011 through April 3, 2011 sisters eking out their lives in a small village in Ireland Black Coffee by Agatha Christie in l936. We meet them at the time of the festival of Directed by Mark Allen Lughnasa, which celebrates the pagan god of the harProduced by Maureen Rogers vest with drunken revelry and dancing. Their spare This little known mystery will surprise and delight Christie fans. The story concerns a physicist named Sir existence is interrupted by brief, colorful bursts of muClaude Amory who has come up with a formula for an sic from the radio, their only link to the romance and atom bomb (Black Coffee was written in 1934!). In the hope of the world at large. first act, Sir Claude is poisoned (in his coffee, naturally) and Hercule Poirot is called in to solve the case. Winner of the 1992 Tony Award for Best Play, the Outer Critics Circle Award for Best Broadway Play He does so after many wonderful twists and turns in and the New York Drama Critics Circle Award for true Christie tradition. Best Play.

All Tickets are $13 for general admission. Admission for students (18 & under) & active duty military and seniors (65 & over) is $10.

VULTURES ARE HERE AND THEY LIKE YOUR TRASH !
Please remember: Put garbage in covered containers or dark-colored trash bags. White plastic bags are especially appealing to the birds — vultures have been observed breaking into white bags searching for food while ignoring dark trash bags. Let’s all try to remove as many food sources as possible while we work to move them elsewhere. MONTPELIER TODAY 18 March-April 2011

Bulky Trash Collection—Spring Clean-Up?
[email protected] (301) 952-7600 Bulky Trash Collection is provided by appointment only. To schedule an appointment, call (301) 952-7600 or e-mail Bulky Trash, Monday through Friday, between 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Appointments are scheduled for normal County workdays on a first-come, first-served basis. You will be asked what items you plan to put out for pick-up.

Montpelier Cultural Arts Center
9652 Muirkirk Rd, Laurel, MD 20708 301--377-7817; TTY 301-446-3302; Fax 301-377-7818

[email protected]
Exhibitions
Saturday, March 5 - March 27 42nd Annual Laurel Art Guild Open Juried Exhibition Main Gallery Artwork by artists from Maryland, the District of Columbia and Northern Virginia. This year's juror is artist Barbara Nuss. Sunday, March 6, 2-4 pm, Award Ceremony and Free Public Reception. Friday, March 4 – April 23 Mary Walker Library Gallery Mixed media constructions by Maryland artist There will be a free public reception for the artist on Sunday, March 6 from 2-4 pm. March 4 – March 28, Patricia Phillips Bowden Resident Artist Gallery Landscape paintings done ‘en plein air’ There will be a free public reception for the artist on Sunday, March 6 from 2-4 pm. at 8:30 am. Individual concert tickets ($20/ concert) go on sale Tuesday, February 8, at 8:30 am. Members and seniors 60 & up receive a 10% discount. Visa & MasterCard. Friday, March 4, 8 pm Afro Bop Alliance Latin Grammy Award winning AfroCuban jazz. Friday, March11, 8 pm Ethel Ennis with Trio A favorite at Montpelier, Baltimorebased Ennis has sung to critical acclaim around the world. lier. Friday, April 29 Jeff Antoniuk Saxophonist, educator and composer, Jeff and his group play the center for the first time.

The Folk & Blues Series

Montpelier Jazz Series
The first concert of the Montpelier Spring Jazz Series will be held on Friday, March 4, 2011. Don’t wait until then to buy your tickets. This series often sells out in the first week of individual sales. Series tickets ($120 for all 7 concerts=one free concert!) go on sale Tuesday, February 1,

Tickets to the Folk & Blues Series go on sale Tuesday, February. 1. Get tickets to all six folk and blues concerts for the price of 5- just $105. Get Both Series for $225- That’s 3 free concerts! Individual tickets go on sale Feb 8. $20/$18* Friday, March 18, 8 pm INSIDE OUT: Lafayette Gilchrist – Members and seniors (60 and older) piano with Michael Formanek - dou- receive a 10% discount. *Buckwheat Zydeco tickets will be ble bass and Eric Kennedy - drums $25/$22.50 Come hear a blend of DC go-go, old Tickets may be purchased by phone school soul, hard bop, and hip hop. Free Workshop March 18, 4 pm (Call Friday, April 1, 8 pm -The Wailin’ the arts center to reserve a spot) Jennys Friday, March 25 Friday, May 6, 8 pm - Annapolis Ron Holloway Quartet Bluegrass Coalition This Tenor saxophonist is at home playing all jazz from hard bop to funk. Friday, May 13, 8 pm - Buckwheat Zydeco Friday, April 8 Sue Matthews Friday, May 20, 8 pm - Phil Wiggins Come heart this jazz vocalist with a silk and honey voice in her first conFriday, May 27, 8 pm - Lea Morris cert at Montpelier. Friday, June 3, 8 pm Friday, April 15 Pavilion 3 Dick Morgan Quartet Morgan and his group once again bring their distinctive style to Montpe-

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MONTPELIER MANSION
Route 197 and Muirkirk Road Mansion Tours: March–November Mondays–Thursdays: Drop-in self-guided tours, 11 am–3 pm Sundays: Guided tours at noon, 1, 2, and 3 pm Admission for Mansion Tours: $3/adults, $2/seniors/groups, $1/ages 5-18, FREE/ages 4 & under The Montpelier Mansion Gift Shop Hours: Sunday-Friday, 11 am - 4 pm The Montpelier Mansion Gift Shop is now located in the mansion office. Montpelier memorabilia, books, music and old-fashioned toys are for sale. Call 301-377-7817 for more information. Sunday, April 3, 2:30 pm Spring Bonnet Tea Wear your favorite bonnet, hat, chapeau or sombrero! Get creative! Prizes awarded in several catagories. Call for details. Cost: $25 per person. Payment required in advance. Reservations required. Call 301-377-7817 (no e-mail reservations please).



Saturday, April 23, 10-11:30 am Things We Believe In: A workshop on Preserving Family Photographs, Scrapbooks and Other Documents Kick off Preservation Week with this workshop on preserving family documents. Led by Montpelier Mansion collections manager Karen Whitehair, this workshop will introduce you to the techniques used by archivists to preserve historical documents, and will provide resources you can use to become your own family’s archivist. Ages 16 and over . Fee: $5/person Reservations required. call 301- 377-7817; TTY 301-699-2544.

Friends of Montpelier
Membership Fee: $10/year Additional Family Member: $5/year
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Also at the Montpelier Mansion

Chesapeake Woodturners Exhibit
March 1 - 31 11 am to 4 pm Daily Opening Reception: Saturday, March 5, 1 pm

Work in a woodturner’s shop and help make chairs the old -fashioned way. Learn how the legs and spindles are See the mansion filled with beautiful turned wood objects, turned on a lathe. You’ll get to weave the seats. You’ll all hand-made by members of the also see woodturners making pens on a lathe, and you can Chesapeake Woodturners. keep the pen! At the end, you’ll get your very own apDemonstrations will be given Saturdays and prentice’s contract, which you can sign yourself with your Sundays, 1pm to 4pm, new pen! weather permitting (please call to verify). Free Cost: $5 per participant All ages

(301) 377-7817, TTY: (301) 699-2544, www.pgparks.com
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HandsHands-On History Day: Be a Woodturner’s Apprentice
Saturday, March 12, 1-4pm

Helping Hands are younger residents of Montpelier willing to work for other residents at hourly or fixed rates arranged between you and the helper. There is no charge for a “Helping Hands” listing.

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Please call 888 622-4630 x103 to be included on the next Helping Hands registry or if any updates are needed on your listing.

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